Phoenix Birth Injury Attorneys
Experienced Birth Injury Lawyers
When Your Child Suffers A Birth Injury, Everything Changes.
At Miller Kory Rowe, our Phoenix birth injury attorneys are here to help you find clarity, accountability, and a path forward. With deep roots in Arizona and a national reputation for excellence, we bring both compassion and fierce advocacy to every case.
Arizona-Wide Representation
Offices in Phoenix, Tucson & Globe
AZ Board Certified Specialist*
in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death
No Cost or Fees
Unless We Win
“Few moments are as heartbreaking as realizing a preventable mistake changed the course of a child’s life. At MKR, we use our experience in medicine and law to uncover the truth, hold negligent providers accountable, and fight for the support families need to care for their children. Every birth injury case is about protecting a child’s future and restoring hope for the family.”
Jeffrey Miller
AZ Board Certified Specialist
in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death
What to Expect When Working With Us
When your child’s well-being is on the line, your legal team should match the same level of trust you once gave to your medical providers. At MKR, we don’t just represent clients—we partner with families to secure justice and a better future.
1. Initial Consultation
We start with a compassionate, no-obligation consultation where we learn about your situation and review initial medical records. This consultation is free, and there’s no obligation to proceed.
2. Investigation Phase
We bring in trusted medical experts to analyze every stage of your pregnancy and delivery, identifying failures in the standard of care.
3. Claim Development
If we find evidence of negligence, we file your claim and begin negotiations with the responsible parties—doctors, hospitals, or health systems.
4. Negotiation or Litigation
If negotiations fall short, our Phoenix trial attorneys are fully prepared to take your case to court and advocate aggressively on your behalf.
Record-Setting
$28 Million
Psychiatric Malpractice Case in Arizona
With decades of experience and a deep understanding of complex litigation, Miller Kory Rowe stands beside families facing life-altering cases.
Details Specific to our Phoenix Location
- District of Arizona | United States District Court
- Maricopa County Superior Court
- Phoenix Municipal Court
- Arizona Judicial Branch
Our Phoenix office: 650 N. 3RD Ave, Phx, AZ 85003
Why Families in Phoenix Choose Miller Kory Rowe
When your child’s well-being is on the line, your legal team should match the same level of trust you once gave to your medical providers. At MKR, we don’t just represent clients—we partner with families to secure justice and a better future.
What Sets Us Apart:
Engineering-Backed Legal Insight:
Partner Teri Rowe is a skilled litigator with a strong track record in complex medical cases. She combines sharp legal insight with a background in physics and systems engineering, allowing her to break down intricate medical data and present it in a clear, persuasive way to judges and juries.
Top-Ranked Trial Experience:
Jeffrey Miller led one of Arizona’s largest civil verdicts and brings decades of high-stakes litigation experience, especially in pediatric malpractice and catastrophic injury cases.
Medical Malpractice Expertise with a Personal Touch:
Gabriel Kory, a former defense attorney for healthcare institutions, now champions victims’ rights and teaches elder and medical negligence at the University of Arizona Medical School.
You Work with Partners, Not Case Managers
We keep caseloads low so you get personal attention from seasoned attorneys—not passed off to paralegals or associates.
Understanding Birth Injuries In Arizona
What Is a Birth Injury?
A birth injury occurs when something goes wrong during labor or delivery, often due to medical negligence. Unlike genetic birth defects, these injuries are typically preventable and result from substandard care.
Common Types of Birth Injuries
- Cerebral Palsy – Caused by oxygen deprivation, impacting movement and requiring lifelong support.
- Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) – Brain damage from lack of oxygen and blood flow, leading to developmental delays and neurological disorders.
- Erb’s Palsy/Brachial Plexus Injuries – Nerve damage from excessive force during delivery, which can cause partial or permanent paralysis.
- Shoulder Dystocia – Occurs when a baby’s shoulder gets stuck during birth, requiring fast and skilled intervention to avoid complications.
Your Legal Rights in Arizona
Arizona law protects families affected by birth injuries caused by medical malpractice. Here’s what you need to know:
Statute of Limitations
Under A.R.S. § 12-542, you generally have two years from the date of injury or its discovery to file a claim. For minors, this timeframe may extend until the child’s 18th birthday—but don’t delay. Evidence and medical records can fade over time.
Proving Negligence
To succeed in a Phoenix birth injury case, your legal team must prove:
- A provider-patient relationship existed
- The standard of care was breached
- That breach directly caused injury
- The injury resulted in measurable damages
Arizona law requires expert medical testimony to prove negligence under A.R.S. § 12-2604.
This process demands in-depth medical knowledge, access to qualified expert witnesses, and experience with complex cases—all of which Miller Kory Rowe brings to your family’s case.
Compensation: Securing Your Child’s Future
A successful birth injury claim can help cover:
- Current and future medical care
- Rehabilitation and therapy
- In-home care and equipment
- Special education services
- Pain and suffering
- Lifetime care planning
These resources aren’t just financial—they’re foundational to giving your child the best possible quality of life.
Get Compassionate Legal Guidance
We know that after a birth injury, the last thing you want to face is legal complexity. At Miller Kory Rowe, our role is to carry that burden for you—so you can focus on your child’s care. We’ll come to you, keep you informed, and fight relentlessly for the justice your family deserves.
How Medical Negligence Causes Birth Injuries
Common forms of negligence include:
- Ignoring signs of fetal distress
- Misuse of forceps or vacuum tools
- Delaying necessary C-sections
- Failing to treat maternal conditions
- Poor neonatal care
These preventable mistakes can have lifelong consequences for your child and your entire family.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona Birth Injury
Q: How do I know if my child’s birth injury was caused by malpractice?
Signs include emergency interventions, unexpected complications, or evasive explanations from medical staff. We partner with specialists to investigate fully.
Q: How long do I have to file a birth injury claim in Phoenix?
Typically two years from discovery, with exceptions for minors. An early consultation protects your rights and builds a stronger case.
Q: What costs can compensation cover?
Medical care, therapy, special education, home modifications, lost parental income, and future care planning.
Q: How does MKR’s background benefit my case?
From engineering to healthcare litigation, our attorneys’ diverse expertise gives your case a technical edge and a human touch.
Q: Why work with a local Phoenix birth injury law firm?
We know the local medical systems, court procedures, and expert networks—giving you a strategic advantage from day one.
Real Client Testimonials
Our dedication to achieving successful outcomes for our clients is reflected in the authentic stories they share in our testimonials.
Many of these families came to us after discovering neglect in a nursing home or care facility.
“Teri Rowe and the team at MKR are highly recommended. My family and I went to Teri under the worst of circumstances and she was always kind, comforting, and helpful. Our case was complicated, sad, confusing and frustrating. She managed everything wonderfully. Our family lawyer referred us to Teri because Teri has a reputation for being the best. She definitely lives up to her reputation.”
— Michael Stenoien
“My sisters and I couldn’t have made a better choice by choosing Miller Kory Rowe to represent us. From day one to the end, their empathy, their professionalism and their confidence in our case never wavered. We were given the faith and they kept it. Their approach was completely professional but their concern for our case was equally personal. They took into account every little detail. They valued for us, our family values and ensured justice was done. We now have complete closure that this lawsuit is behind us, we can move forward knowing that we got some measure of justice for the harm done to our mother. Thank you so much Liz, Gabe and Stephanie.”
— Sherrie Dudek
“From our initial consultation to our final settlement. Miller, Kory and Rowe was with us every step of the way. Gabe and team kept us abreast of any updates on the case in a timely fashion and were always, often within minutes of an email, to walk us through what was happening in our case or clarify any questions we may have.
MKR’s compassion and thoughtfulness was genuine and was able to ease our minds in what was a difficult time with the passing of our mom. Gabe’s experience with these cases was very evident in our interactions and we had the utmost confidence in his representation. I would highly recommend MKR if you are ever in need of an attorney.”
— Joseph Shown
At Miller Kory Rowe, we are not afraid to take cases to trial. We are Arizona litigators with deep experience handling serious injury and wrongful death claims for families across the state.
Every case is prepared with the courtroom in mind. That level of preparation strengthens our strategy, builds trust with our clients, and puts pressure on the defense. We work with respected experts, craft compelling exhibits, and uncover the details that help juries understand the truth.
Whether your case involves medical negligence, elder abuse, or another form of life-changing harm, our focus stays the same: clear answers and meaningful results.
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